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Occupational Therapist OT

Occupational TherapistFull-Time

Listed compensation

$55-$70/hr

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Job Description

Job Title

Occupational Therapist OT

Pay Range

$55-$70/hourly

Job Description

Occupational Therapist (OT) | Full Time | Bellevue, WA | 2026–2027

Ampersand Therapy is hiring an Occupational Therapist (OT) for a full-time assignment starting ASAP through June 2027. In this role, you’ll evaluate individual needs, develop personalized treatment plans, and provide services that support independence and participation in daily activities. Join a supportive team and make a meaningful difference in the lives of those you serve!

Job Highlights

  • Location: Bellevue, WA
  • Position: Occupational Therapist (OT)
  • Schedule: Full-time
  • Start Date: ASAP
  • End Date: June 2027

Responsibilities

Conduct occupational therapy evaluations and reevaluations to identify functional needs and establish treatment goals

Develop, implement, and modify individualized plans of care in collaboration with the healthcare team and referring provider, as applicable

  • Provide skilled interventions that support daily living skills, functional participation, and independence
  • Educate individuals, families, and caregivers on treatment strategies and home programs
  • Assess adaptive equipment needs and provide instruction on safe, effective use
  • Provide training in orthotic or prosthetic devices and fabricate splints when appropriate
  • Monitor progress and communicate changes in functional status to the appropriate team members
  • Maintain accurate, timely documentation, including progress reports and treatment summaries
  • Participate in care conferences, team consultation, and discharge planning as applicable
  • Supervise Occupational Therapy Assistants as assigned
  • Follow professional standards, confidentiality requirements, and applicable policies and procedures

Qualifications

  • Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program
  • Current Occupational Therapist license in the state of practice
  • At least one year of professional OT experience preferred
  • Strong evaluation, treatment planning, and documentation skills
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with individuals, caregivers, and multidisciplinary teams
  • Understanding of patient confidentiality and HIPAA requirements
  • Computer proficiency and strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Current CPR certification and required health clearances, as applicable to the assignment
  • Ability to complete required competency assessments, onboarding, and site-specific training
  • Must be at least 18 years of age

Benefits

  • Paid Sick Leave
  • Healthcare Benefits*
  • 401(k) with company matching
  • W-2 employment with general and professional liability insurance
  • Reimbursement for licensure, CEUs, and other professional expenses
  • Mileage reimbursement at IRS rate between school sites
  • Referral bonuses
  • No non-compete clauses
  • Paid time off for volunteer work and donation matching*
  • Benefits apply to 0.8 FTE and above, following a short waiting period.

Why Join Ampersand Therapy?

Ampersand Therapy is a local, women- and therapist-operated company founded by providers who understand what it’s like to work in schools. Our mission is to build a community of therapists who feel supported, appreciated, and empowered to make a difference.

We proudly serve school districts throughout Western Washington and across several other states. You’ll work alongside a small, passionate team of school-based specialists—some of whom are still active providers in schools themselves.

We offer mentorship and support, especially for newer school-based specialists, and are deeply committed to equity, sustainability, and community involvement.

Our Core Values

  • Equity & Inclusion: Creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all
  • Community Impact: Supporting nonprofits and empowering our team to give back
  • Environmental Responsibility: Committed to reducing our carbon footprint and supporting sustainable practices

Ampersand Therapy is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment and sense of belonging for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or any other identity characteristics. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply and join our team.

Apply today to join a supportive team of school-based professionals in Washington!

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Functional assessmentPatient educationSplint fabricationCare coordinationSupervisionHIPAA compliance

Occupational Therapist Career Context

In Washington, the Occupational Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$112k (265 salary observations; 527 listings), vs ~$97k nationally (5,886 salary observations; 27,166 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

The cost-of-living index for Washington is 107.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$130k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $121k in an average-cost state. 59.8% of Washington clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

What does the Occupational Therapy market look like in Washington?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$114k–$146kOccupational Therapy median $116k (middle half $111k–$125k)18 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Washington vs national$112k median in Washington$97k nationally (+15%)265 state / 5,886 national salary observations
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$121k in purchasing powerWashington index 107.0 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Occupational Therapy listings in Washington233 active9,123 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 6% remote · 40% no call · 56% no weekends48 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedWashington Occupational Therapist listings: 15% state a sign-on bonus (median $9k) · 11% offer loan repayment270 active listings, Oct 2026
Occupational Therapy pay trend+3.3% vs prior quarter—through Sep 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Location & Logistics

Washington has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$130k midpoint, that is roughly $5k–$9k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

Top Occupational Therapist Jobs

33 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

33 jobs · 23 employers
8
<$95k
18
$95k-110k
2
$110k-125k
1
$130k
4
$140k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

32 jobs · 23 employers
401k / retirement match
88% this job
CME allowance
47% this job
Sign-on bonus
34%
Loan repayment
22%
Relocation assistance
6%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Home Health Occupational TherapistPer Diem

Ace Home Health Care & Hospice · San Jose, California

$154k-$207k
#2

Occupational Therapist (OT) - Home Health

Pivot Home Health · Aurora, Colorado

$50k-$170k
#3

Occupational Therapist Matawan NJ

$140k
#4

Occupational Therapist Marlboro NJ

$140k
+ 31 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 3.0
Better work-life than 20% of Occupational Therapy listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 9,225 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Eleutheria

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11-50 employees

Benefits & Perks

Paid Sick Leave
Healthcare Benefits
401(k) with company matching
W-2 employment with general and professional liability insurance
Reimbursement for licensure, CEUs, and other professional expenses
Mileage reimbursement at IRS rate between school sites
Referral bonuses
No non-compete clauses

Living in Bellevue

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$1.23M
Typical market rent
$2,759/mo
Residents’ average commute
24 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
111.1
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.